Thailand

Cheap Car Rentals in Thailand from RM 58

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Thailand with a pick-up date of 5/7 and drop-off date of 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Thailand car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Thailand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 June 2026.

Most popular company

Drive Car Rental

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

RM 111

Cheapest price per day

RM 58

Popular car types in Thailand

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Thailand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 17 June 2026.

At RM 58/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Thailand in the past week. Out of 51 car hire agencies operating in Thailand, there are, in total, 504 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 61+

Compact

Compact

RM 58+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 96+

Standard

Standard

RM 114+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 104+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 150+

Mini

Mini

RM 72+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

RM 84+

Best car rental deals found in Thailand

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Thailand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Thailand with an average daily rate of RM 104. Data was last updated on 17 June 2026.
Honda JazzRM 58/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Perodua BezzaRM 59/day
4
M
A/C
Perodua Bezza
Hyundai MatrixRM 61/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Matrix

Cheapflights insights for Thailand car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Thailand, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Thailand?

To get the best deal on car hire in Thailand, book about 5 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 103, which is about 271% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Thailand?

Looking to hire a car in Thailand? Yesaway had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 13.77/day. 999 CAR RENTAL also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 13.82/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Thailand?

Planning to hire a car in Thailand? September is the cheapest month, costing about RM 84 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 147. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 140

February

RM 147

March

RM 108

April

RM 113

May

RM 109

June

RM 94

July

RM 102

August

RM 100

September

RM 84

October

RM 101

November

RM 112

December

RM 143

What car do most people hire in Thailand?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Thailand are the following: Economy cars (Nissan Almera or similar), Mini cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), and Compact cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Thailand?

Avis has 29 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Chic Car Rent has the second-highest number of locations in Thailand at 22.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Thailand?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Thailand, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 120 pickup locations in Thailand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 June 2026.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in Thailand, start with Ko Samui, where rates average RM 68/day. You can also find good prices in Phuket City (RM 72/day), Chiang Mai (RM 74/day), and Krabi (RM 82/day).

Top rental agencies in Thailand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Thailand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Thailand. Reviews were last updated on 17 June 2026.

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
13 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.7

Budget

8.4
Very Good
27 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Chic Car Rent

7.5
Good
7 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.0

Alamo

7.0
Good
1 review9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Avis

5.8
Fair
8 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

5.7

Diamond Car Rental Service

1 location

National

15 locations

Cat Car Rent

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 June 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Thailand?

    When hiring a car in Thailand, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Drive Car Rental, and with prices around RM 69/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Drive Car Rental is COMPACT, which starts as low as RM 51/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Thailand?

    At RM 63/day, the cheapest car rental price in Thailand was found in Ko Samui. On average, Hua Hin has the cheapest daily rental car price (RM 96/day), which is 22% below average price for cities in Thailand.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Thailand?

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in Thailand.

Car rentals by fuel type in Thailand

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Thailand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Thailand. Deals were last updated on 17 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Thailand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 14+).

Electric

Electric

RM 25+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 23+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 14+

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